Located in the Andean highlands, the town of Otavalo, Ecuador, is inhabited primarily by the Otavalo indigenous group and well-known for its traditional handicraft market. In this series, we will walk alongside diverse individuals who will teach us some of the most important traditions and customs of this fascinating region.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
Ecuador
Jaime Santa Cruz takes us to the nursery that bears his last name, "Vivero Santa Cruz," where one can find a variety of plants and trees for every taste.
Difficulty: Beginner
Ecuador
What questions might you encounter at a job interview for a position in food service? In this video, we will hear both the questions and the answers that Marco Antonio gives to his potential future boss.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
Upon running into each other for the first time in fifteen to twenty years, childhood friends Pipo and Cristina have a lot to catch up on!
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
Let's learn about Warmi Punlla, an ancient indigenous festivity with women at its helm that is celebrated throughout South America.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
Let's join a young man in his search for a new apartment. Will he ask the right questions and come to an agreement? Let's find out!
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
Ecuador
After eating too much over the holidays, Cristina decides she needs to lose some excess weight by going back to exercising. During her workout, she meets Rony, an old friend and avid parkour practitioner. Let's see if he can offer her any helpful advice.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
Ecuador
In Latin America, Construction Workers' Day is celebrated on May third to honor this important profession. Priscilla Rivera tells us the story behind this holiday.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
Ecuador
Childhood friends Ñusta and Nasai share with us what makes their school special, including many of the activities in which they enjoy participating.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
Ecuador
A dog groomer from the Patitas veterinarian and groomer in Otavalo, Ecuador, shares with us some tips for taking a dog to get groomed as well as showing us some of his grooming techniques.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
Ecuador
Ramiro, a talented clothing maker from Otavalo, Ecuador, explains to us the essence of his handmade garment brand, Ayamarka, and how it came to fruition.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
Let's learn more about the Hayni project, which provides a space where young boys and girls can learn and play, all while developing their self-esteem and autonomy.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
Colombia, Ecuador
Let's learn about the work and philosophies of early childhood teachers at the Hayni Early Childhood Development Center in Otavalo, Ecuador.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
Ecuador
From the Plaza de Ponchos, in Otavalo, Ecuador, Luzmila tells us how the pandemic and quarantine has affected her and her fellow dolly load carriers.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
The owner of the Tarpuy nursery near Otavalo, Ecuador, tells us about some of the different plants, pots, and prices they offer as well as a bit of her philosophy regarding their care.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
Welcome to Tarpuy, a nursery near the city of Otavalo that launched during the pandemic to grow and sell cacti, succulents, and other types of plants that are thought to help people to connect to themselves and nature.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
Milmarte is a family workshop in Otavalo, Ecuador, that specializes in making wool products. Anita Ramírez explains to us the processes they follow to create their beautiful garments.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
From Otavalo, Ecuador, Blanquita Arias shows us the different components of the indigenous clothing from her community, which is most typically worn to attend weddings.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
Let's watch Claudia finish off her delicious dish: potatoes with amaranth in squash seed sauce, accompanied by a scrumptious herbed pork chop.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
Claudia brings us another traditional recipe from the Kawsaymi family: potatoes with amaranth and squash seeds and an herbed pork chop. Step by step, she'll explain to us how to prepare this delicious and nutritious dish.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
In Otavalo once again, we will learn about the innumerable benefits of honey and how our bodies can benefit from this natural product.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
Claudia puts the final touches on her Chaqui Tandas, a scrumptious traditional dessert from Otavalo, Ecuador.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
Learn to cook step by step a delicious dessert that is typical of the community of Otavalo: Llama Chaqui, which is also known in different communities as Chaqui Tanda.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
Following the steps indicated by our hostess Claudia, let's finish off and plate our delicious white carrot locro.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
In this segment, Claudia teaches us how to prepare a delicious white carrot locro, or hearty stew. Learn the ingredients it contains and how they are cooked in order to obtain that delicious flavor, unique to the Kawsaymi indigenous family.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
Claudia teaches us to prepare some delicious dishes from Otavalo, Ecuador's Kawsaymi culture.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
Our hostess, Claudia, explains the Kawsaymi family project in Otavalo, Ecuador, which seeks to preserve and share this people's rich traditions with a focus on its scrumptious cuisine.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
Let's get to know Gato Amantu Cabascango Garzon, a world-renowned violin maker who resides in Otavalo, Ecuador.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
Jose Quinchuqui, a craftsman from Otavalo, Ecuador, fills us in about some of the details of his work, the different materials he employs, and the various ways in which he and his siblings contribute to the family business.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Ecuador
Residents of Otavalo, Ecuador, explain to us how they celebrate "Inti Raymi," an Inca Empire celebration in honor of the sun god, "Inti," and how it helps them to preserve their culture.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
Ecuador
Meet the volunteers of Faithful Friend Patrol, a dog rescue organization in Otavalo, Ecuador.
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